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Embracing the web is increasingly important for businesses of all sizes. Digitally engaged businesses are four times more likely...

Embracing the web is increasingly important for businesses of all sizes. Digitally engaged businesses are four times more likely to be hiring, and double as likely to be growing revenue than those who don’t. That’s why we wanted to let you know about an upcoming Google livestream event that helps...

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As a valued member of NRA, I would like to inform you ASAP that TOTAL Retail & Payments EXPO...

As a valued member of NRA, I would like to inform you ASAP that TOTAL Retail & Payments EXPO we have launched their visitor ticket. Click here to download the visitor ticket. This visitor ticket contains the FREE seminar theatre sessions, $150 off your conference ticket (discount code in the...

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Empowering the next generation store associate

With customers mingling their purchases between online and in-store, the view they have when dealing with a retailer is...

With customers mingling their purchases between online and in-store, the view they have when dealing with a retailer is one of unity. They do not define their relationship based on where they purchase but rather who they purchase with. The consequences of this run deep into in-store businesses and more...

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New country of origin food labels

Many consumers want information about where their food comes from. It is against the law for suppliers to mislead...

Many consumers want information about where their food comes from. It is against the law for suppliers to mislead you about the country of origin of products. New country of origin food labels On 1 July 2016, a new country of origin food labelling system will commence under the Australian Consumer...

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Melbourne’s economy strengthened by strong retail sector

The Lord Mayor Robert Doyle and Minister for Employment and Public Transport, Jacinta Allan successfully launched the Melbourne Retail...

The Lord Mayor Robert Doyle and Minister for Employment and Public Transport, Jacinta Allan successfully launched the Melbourne Retail and Hospitality Strategy Year 2 Report on 7 April. Mr Doyle noted, “Employment in both our retail and hospitality industries is up; we gained eight per cent more hospitality outlets from...

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Regulation of global supply chains

One of the discussions taking place at the International Labour Conference (ILC)in June 2016 concerns the regulation of global...

One of the discussions taking place at the International Labour Conference (ILC)in June 2016 concerns the regulation of global supply chains. As well as the need for regulation in addition to existing international labour standards, there is a great diversity of arrangements which fall into global supply chain within...

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Next Generation Banknote Program

As part of the Next Generation Banknote Program (NGB), the Reserve Bank of Australia this week released images of...

As part of the Next Generation Banknote Program (NGB), the Reserve Bank of Australia this week released images of the new $5 banknote that will be issued into circulation from 1 September 2016. Mindful of the increasing threat posed by counterfeiters, the NGB project will culminate in new, more...

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BDO’s GST webinar wrap up

Thank you to the National Retail Association members who attended the recent BDO webinar. The retail sector is an engine...

Thank you to the National Retail Association members who attended the recent BDO webinar. The retail sector is an engine room of tax generation when it comes to existing taxes such GST, land tax and payroll tax. Small businesses have fought long and hard for the government to remove the...

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New head of ACCI announced

The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) announced this week that James Pearson would be appointed to the...

The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) announced this week that James Pearson would be appointed to the position of Chief Executive Officer, replacing former CEO Kate Carnell. Mr Pearson will take up his role at the end of the month and brings with him a wealth of knowledge...

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Retail sales flat in February, but some categories shine

The recent release of the February 2016 retail trade figures by the Australian Bureau of Statistics revealed flat growth...

The recent release of the February 2016 retail trade figures by the Australian Bureau of Statistics revealed flat growth in retail sales, although strong performance is still being recorded in some key divisions of household goods and clothing. As indicated in the graph below, the sector grew by 3.7 per...

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Moving from multi-channel to omnichannel retailing

In today’s digital world, it is not uncommon for retailers to trade through multiple channels. It's almost a mandatory...

In today’s digital world, it is not uncommon for retailers to trade through multiple channels. It's almost a mandatory accessory to have online store. Try it!In today’s digital world, it is not uncommon for retailers to trade through multiple channels. It’s almost become a mandatory accessory to have an online...

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Advance Queensland Funding

As part of the Advance Queensland agenda, the Ignite Ideas Fund allows Queensland businesses and startups to apply for...

As part of the Advance Queensland agenda, the Ignite Ideas Fund allows Queensland businesses and startups to apply for funding up to $250,000 to help turn their ideas into market-ready products, create jobs and grow the Queensland economy. The Ignite Ideas Fund will help small to medium size business demonstrate...

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Have your say on the Australian Consumer Law

Consumer Affairs Australian and New Zealand is conducting a review of the Australian Consumer Law. An Issues Paper relating...

Consumer Affairs Australian and New Zealand is conducting a review of the Australian Consumer Law. An Issues Paper relating to this review has been released, which can be viewed here. Feedback is being sought on the following topics: 1. Consumer policy in Australia; 2. The legal framework; 3. Administration and enforcement; and 4. Emerging...

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Food labelling reforms given the green light

State and territory governments recently reached agreement to reform Australia's current country of origin food labelling system. Whilst not imposing...

State and territory governments recently reached agreement to reform Australia's current country of origin food labelling system. Whilst not imposing an overly onerous burden on businesses, the new food labelling system will provide Australian consumers with more clarity on whether the product/s they are purchasing are made, produced or grown...

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Towards an international standard on sustainable procurement

“Sustainable Procurement aims to reduce the adverse environmental, social and economic impacts of purchased products and services throughout their...

“Sustainable Procurement aims to reduce the adverse environmental, social and economic impacts of purchased products and services throughout their life” Increasingly, government and private enterprises are incorporating sustainable procurement policies into their corporate governance. Consumers, shareholders and all stakeholders are more aware of the conditions under which goods and services...

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Is an interactive mirror in a fitting room truly going to engage with your target audience, creating sales and margin increase or is it simply a gadget to capture the digital buzz?

We asked this question when we recently visited fashion retailer, Mimco’s, flagship boutique on Pitt Street, Sydney. Upon entering the...

We asked this question when we recently visited fashion retailer, Mimco’s, flagship boutique on Pitt Street, Sydney. Upon entering the store, you are greeted by a 360 degree projection ring with seamless inspirational content running above the merchandise throughout. The focal point of the digital activities instore is the interactive...

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